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State of play

Can politicians do enough to avert the threatened financial meltdown? In this podcast Dr Steven Fielding weighs up Britain's chances and the current political state of play.

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From grey suits to grass roots

In this podcast Dr Kieron O'Hara looks at the rise of the Conservative Party and their possible response to Labour's recent fight-back, referring to the book 'Democratising Conservative Leadership: From Grey Suits to Grass Roots', which he co-authored with Dr Andrew Denham from The University of Nottingham.

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Football or arms race?

In this podcast economist Dr Wyn Morgan looks at the takeover of Manchester City, the biggest deal in British football.

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Addressing Europe

Can the European Social Forum really influence policy makers? In this podcast Professor Andreas Bieler looks ahead to the European Social Forum in Malmo, Sweden, September 2008.

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Coming to the University - your questions answered

This podcast will help you get the most out of this year's undergraduate open days at The University of Nottingham.

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War in Europe

In this podcast Professor Stefan Wolff assesses the implications of the recent outbreak of fighting between Georgia and Russia over South Ossetia.

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Making history

In this podcast you'll hear from the man who co-discovered Ibuprofen, University of Nottingham alumnus Dr Stewart Adams.

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The long hunt

In this podcast - the arrest of Radovan Karadzic in Serbia for war crimes, more than 10 years after he disappeared. Professor Stefan Wolff looks at what comes next for the man once called "the Osama bin Laden of Europe."

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Mind games

In this podcast Dr Martin Hagger talks about how motivation could work against you when you're trying to stop smoking, studying for an exam or doing a maths problem.

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Spiritual Healing

In this podcast we hear about Dr Aru Naryanasamy's pioneering work on spirituality and culture in healthcare. He has been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship from the Higher Education Academy.

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Aspire

In this podcast world renowned architect Ken Shuttleworth talks about his design for the UK's tallest free-standing work of art - Aspire - which is now in place at The University of Nottingham.

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Social movements and global justice

In this podcast we hear about an international conference which brings together academics and social movement activists from around the world.

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The Pope and Jesus

In this podcast we hear about a major conference at the University, based on a hotly debated book by Pope Benedict XVI, Joseph Ratzinger.

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Bringing the past to life

In this video podcast Dr Katharina Lorenz takes you on a behind the scenes tour of the new Showing Seeing Centre in the Departments of Classics and Archaeology.

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Into the Wild

In this podcast we hear about a ground breaking research expedition to the wilds of Russia.

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The end of the road for Gordon Brown?

Has Gordon Brown's reputation suffered irreversible damage? Dr Steven Fielding, Director of the Centre for British Politics, weighs up pressure on the Prime Minister.

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Calling time on binge drinking

Tackling Binge Drinking with pen and paper in the workplace: Science fiction or psychological fact?

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Cruel Summer? Global warming in context

This podcast looks at the issue of global warming and questions the wisdom of an alarmist approach to changing people's behaviour.

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Northern Ireland to Iraq: Valuable Lessons

In this podcast Professor Stefan Wolff looks back at the Good Friday Agreement, and the lessons that have come out of the peace process in Northern Ireland.

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Student Life at The University of Nottingham

In this student podcast you'll discover what makes studying at The University of Nottingham so memorable and pick up a few tips for settling in and making the most of your time here.

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Safe water - lessons from Kazakhstan

Professor Sarah O'Hara discusses her research into why, despite significant efforts, access to safe water and sanitation is still a major international problem.

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Sharia Law - the heart of the debate

Professor Hugh Goddard asks why it seems impossible to have a rational public debate on the relationship between the West and the Islamic world.

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Inside Employment

In this podcast careers advisor Debra Henson talks about a brand new initiative at the University which brings together students and major companies.

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Speaking for Islam

He's been branded a Muslim apologist by his critics, but in this exclusive podcast, Professor John Esposito defends his work and views on the relationship between the West and the Islamic world.

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Deliver us from Evil

The Catholic Church has approved plans for an exorcism centre in Poland. But as Dr Richard Bell explains, exorcisms are more common than we might like to think and much closer to home.

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Blood and Thunder Part 2

Dr Lynn Fotheringham looks at the link between Spartan warriors in the film '300' and modern super heroes, or 'men in tights' as artist Frank Miller prefers! Part 1 of this podcast is also available at www.nottingham.ac.uk/podcasts

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Blood and Thunder Part 1

Dr Lynn Fotheringham offers a unique insight into the film '300' and the reality behind the epic and bloody Spartan battles. Part 2 of this podcast is also available at www.nottingham.ac.uk/podcasts

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Boxed Out

Brand new research suggests that TV is actually good for you. Hear more from Professor Roberta Pearson and Elizabeth Evans who carried out the research on behalf of the Royal National Institute of Blind People.

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A Question of Sport

In this podcast, Assistant Director of Physical Recreation and Sport - Nigel Mayglothling - talks through the new facilities, and about how at the University it’s easy to keep active.

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Cannabis in Research

Dr Steven Alexander has recorded the first podcast for the British Journal of Pharmacology. In this podcast Dr Alexander delves into the depths of cannabis research to find out how future medications might benefit from current work on this exciting topic.

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The philosophy of flirting (video)

Can you flirt by accident? Or is it all intended? This Valentine's the issue of flirting has reached academic proportions.

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Touchdown

The University of Nottingham hot air balloon made its debut appearance at University Park this week. Pilot Dr Janet Folkes talks about the amazing flying machine and its inaugural flight over the Swiss Alps.

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Sound Advice

Rosemary Gibson from the International Office has some valuable tips for international students planning to study at The University of Nottingham.

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Kosovo in Focus

Kosovo is expected to shortly declare independence from Serbia, in a move which could have regional and global ramifications.

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Special Focus on Special Needs

Placing research at the heart of the school environment. That’s the idea behind a major research centre on special needs. Experts from the University, Nottingham Trent University and professionals from schools, services and other groups around the city have formed a network to make this a reality

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Portishead and Purple Haze in Portland

In this podcast, Dr Kim Elliott talks about the changes to the CD and Record Library over the past 23 years, and why, even in a library of this size, even Barbara Streisand can find a home.

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Dressed for Success

91 year old Ron Benson reflects on 27 years as Ceremony Manager at the University.

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A Year in Focus - Assessing Gordon Brown Part 3

In this podcast Doctor Steven Fielding takes a look back at Gordon Brown's first half-term in office. In the third and final part of this podcast Doctor Fielding looks ahead to 2008 and what political issues could possibly dominate in the New Year. Parts 1 and 2 of this podcast are also available from the University of Nottingham podcast website.

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A Year in Focus - Assessing Gordon Brown Part 2

In this podcast Doctor Steven Fielding takes a look back at Gordon Brown's first half-term in office. In Part 2, Doctor Fielding looks at the election that never was and the fallout for the Prime Minister and his cabinet. He also considers the impact of the funding crisis. Parts 1 and 3 of this podcast are also available from the University of Nottingham podcast website.

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A Year in Focus - Assessing Gordon Brown Part 1

In this podcast Doctor Steven Fielding takes a look back at Gordon Brown's first half-term in office. In this, the first of three episodes, Doctor Fielding rates the Prime Minister on his performance in International Relations.

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A Degree of Distinction Part 3

In this podcast acclaimed broadcaster Peter Snow talks about his honorary graduation at The University of Nottingham. He also talks about surviving a plane crash in America and rounds off the interview with some radical advice for the University’s graduates. Parts 1 and 2 of this podcast are also available from the University of Nottingham podcast website.

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A Degree of Distinction Part 2

In this podcast acclaimed broadcaster Peter Snow talks about his honorary graduation at The University of Nottingham. In Part 2 he talks about life as a reporter covering such monumental stories as the end of Apartheid, the Falklands War, the Middle East and the Vietnam War. Parts 1 and 3 of this podcast are also available from the University of Nottingham podcast website.

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A Degree of Distinction Part 1

In this podcast acclaimed broadcaster Peter Snow talks about his honorary graduation at The University of Nottingham. He speaks candidly about his reaction to the occasion, his illustrious family and how he went from ancient history and classics to Television news.

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Bottoms up - the science of slurping

Why is it so difficult to perfect low alcohol wine? How do you measure aroma? And is wine-tasting an effective indicator of wine quality, or just plain, old-fashioned snobbery?

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Wearing Forbidden Shoes

In this podcast, Professor Dick Geary, from the School of History at the University of Nottingham and Director of The Institute for the Study of Slavery (ISOS), discusses the uniqueness of the slave trade in Brasil.

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Polymeric Materials in Everyday Life

Steven Howdle, Professor of Chemistry, talks about Polymeric materials and how Chemistry doesn’t always mean wearing a white coat!

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Success Through Innovation

In the latest of the Graduate School's Dean's Lecture Series, Sir Michael Hodgkinson talks about innovation in the everyday world.

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Academe & Parliament: Can Universities influence national policy?

As part of the Dean’s Lecture Series, The University of Nottingham Graduate School presented a lecture by University alumnus Lord Richard Best OBE who talks about ways in which academics and researchers can influence government policy.

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Getting Personal for UCAS

Writing a personal statement for any application is tough, let alone writing one that can shape your whole future. In this podcast, Nathalie Thomas School’s Liaison and Events Manager at the University of Nottingham, explains how you can take great strides towards getting your personal statement right.

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Looking for love?

In this podcast Professor of Physics Penny Gowland, from the School of Physics and Astronomy discusses the field of Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Fmri), looking deep into the brain to identify areas that are responsible for our feelings and behaviour such as love and lying.

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The Human Adaptation for Culture

Professor Michael Tomasello gave the inaugural annual public address for the School of Psychology entitled The Human Adaptation for Culture. Lying at the core of his argument is language and therefore culture is the product of remarkable and recently evolved faculty to understand other minds.

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Forecaster, Broadcaster and now an Honorary Graduate

Meteorologist and BBC weather presenter Helen Willetts graduated in Physics from the University in 1993. She now works at the BBC Weather Centre in London and is one of the most well known faces on our TV screens. Alumni Relations' Simon Harvey caught up with her as she returned to receive an Honorary Degree.

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Honorary Doctorate Degree conferred on Lord Jones of Birmingham

The University of Nottingham has awarded an honorary doctorate degree to Lord Jones of Birmingham. The University annually confers awards to outstanding individuals who have made an exceptional contribution in their chosen field. This is a podcast of his speech given at the Graduation Ceremony on Thursday 19th July 2007.

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Doors open (for green fingers) at the Centre for Plant Integrative Biology.

Monday 2nd July sees the official opening of the Centre for Plant Integrative Biology (CPIB) based at the University of Nottingham. In this podcast Professor Charlie Hodgman discusses the setting up and aims of CPIB.

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Living in an era of global terror

In this podcast, Professor Aldrich from the School of Politics and International Relations, discusses the impact of globalisation, the opportunities this affords to global terrorists and the challenges faced by the intelligence services.

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The Labour leadership contest

In this podcast, Professor Philip Cowley, from the School of Politics and International Relations, discusses the recent announcement by Prime Minister Tony Blair that he will be standing down as leader of the Labour Party and British Prime Minister on 27th June 2007

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Conservation and Bio-Diversity

Dr. Richard Field research interests lie in conservation, biodiversity and the forces that structure ecological communities.

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Orchestrating cell separation in plants: What are the risks and benefits?

In this podcast, Professor Roberts from the School of Biosciences discusses his research into the mechanism responsible for regulating cell separation in plants.

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The end of the road?

Road traffic has grown more than 80% since 1980 – as a result roads have deteriorated more quickly than could have been envisaged. Britain’s road network is one of the countries largest national assets.

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Doing the Right Thing - Corporate Social Responsibility in a global marketplace

Globalisation, mass consumer awareness and public accountability are all factors in persuading companies to adopt ethical policies. As companies become more accountable not only for their own actions but for those within their supply chain, they have to adapt to ensure success within the context of the global society they operate in.

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Education for All

Steve Sinnot, General Secretary of the UK's biggest teachers' union, the NUT, gives the 2007 Hugh Gaitskell Memorial Lecture entitled 'Education, Social Justice and Educational Opportunities, reflections on the role of teachers and their organisations'

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Reporting on the Middle East

Frank Gardner OBE addresses the graduating class of 2006 as he receives his honorary degree of Doctor of Letters.

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A new career in the health service

Professor Beasley addresses the Nursing graduating class of 2006. In this Podcast, Professor Beasley talks about the importance of optimism in the ever-changing field of Nursing. She also stresses the need to take risks to further your career.

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The Future of Science

Canadian National Science Advisor and former University of Nottingham graduate, Professor Carty addresses the graduating class of 2006. Professor Carty speaks of his upbringing as the son and grandson of men who worked in the coal industry and the struggles that came with it. He speaks of his love of Chemistry from a young age when he would find discarded pieces of calcium carbide from the mine and created explosions by dropping them in bottles of water.

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The Uncertainty Principle

In this podcast Professor Lee addresses the graduating class of 2006. The Uncertainty Principle states: “The more certain we are of an object’s momentum, then the less certain we are of its position and vice-versa.”.

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Life as a Journalist

Former Nottingham University graduate and business journalist for the Daily Telegraph, Mr. Jeff Randall addresses the graduating class of 2006.

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Depiction of Terrorism in Film and Television: Professor Roberta Pearson

In this podcast, Professor Roberta Pearson from the School of American and Canadian Studies, discusses the fictional representation of terrorism in modern day television programmes and why more and more people are using fiction instead of the news to inform their opinions of world events.

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Researching solutions to global water shortages

Making sure the world’s population has enough drinking water is one of the biggest challenges we face today. A rapidly increasing global population, the fact that only a very small percentage of global water is available for consumption and an uneven global distribution of clean drinking water are the main problems in regard to the current global water crisis.

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Looking back: when the Festival of Britain came to Nottingham

The populace of Nottinghamshire, who are old enough to remember, have been given the opportunity to contribute to an exhibition of the Festival of Britain, currently on display at the University Adult Education Centre, Shakespeare Street until 23 March 2007. The Exhibition opened with a lecture delivered by Sophie Hollinshead, Art Historian for the School of Education, who was also responsible for collating the material.

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Using appropriate technology

Dr Mike Clifford from the School of Mechanical Materials and Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Nottingham has been working on simple, appropriate technologies to address some of the problems in the developing world.

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Flu pandemic: How prepared are we?

In this podcast Professor Robert Dingwall, Director of the Institute of Science and Society at the University of Nottingham, and a member of the UK government’s Department of Heath committee on the ethical aspects of pandemic influenza, discusses the causes and potential impact of a flu pandemic on the UK.

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Using composite materials to replace bone

In this podcast, Professor Chris Rudd, Dean of the faculty of Engineering at the University of Nottingham, describes his work with composite materials in the car industry and how it can be applied to the field of medicine.Traditionally, patients who have lost bone in an accident or have had bone removed due to cancer have had to endure two very long and very painful operations. One operation to attach steel plates to the bone, and a second operation once the bone has healed, to remove them. ...

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Advances in Nanotechnology

In this podcast, Professor Moriarty discusses nanotechnology, and how it has led to a convergence of the traditional sciences. He talks about the commercial applications of nanotechnology such as hard disk technology in laptops, stain free materials and fabrics, self-cleaning windows and advanced water filtration.

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Challenges to the Absolute Prohibition of Torture

Professor Manfred Nowak, UN Special Rapporteur on Torture, delivered the Second Annual Paragon Human Rights Lecture, held each year to mark International Human Rights Day. He spoke about the current challenges facing the absolute prohibition of torture, particularly with respect to the ‘War on Terror’.

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Why Human Rights Matter

On the eve of International Human Rights Day, the Secretary General of Amnesty International, Irene Khan, delivered the inaugural Paragon Human Rights lecture. She spoke about the erosion of human rights in the name of counter-terrorism measures in the UK and across the globe.

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Engagement in e-learning

Dr. Cynthia White is a Professor of Applied Linguistics at Massey University in New Zealand where one of her research interests is Distance education and online learning. In this talk to the e-learning community at Nottingham, Dr White discusses tools and techniques that help teachers, tutors and managers with traditional teaching backgrounds come to grips with e-learning.

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The Brain of the Future

The Graduate School Centre at the University of Nottingham was formally opened on 12th October 2006 byBaroness Susan Greenfield, Director of the Royal Institution of Great Britain and Fullerian Professor of Physiology andComparative Anatomy at Oxford University. In this key note speech, Baroness Greenfield considers how humans will communicateand learn in the future, as technology becomes increasingly sophisticated, and the pace of change within society becomesever faster.

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Back bench rebels

Philip Cowley, Reader in the University’s School of Politics and International Relations, was recently nominated for the Times Higher young researcher of the year award. In this podcast, Philip discusses his research into back bench rebellions within the British parliament. Philip describes his research as practical politics, linking academic research to the real world of political debate.

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North Korea: Nuclear threat?

The increasing world tension that built up after North Korea undertook an underground nuclear test on October 26th this year form the background for this interview with Professor Gilbert Rozman from Princeton University. A leading commentator and researcher on comparisons and relations in Northeast Asia, including China, Japan, Russia and Korea, Professor Rozman examines a number of the key facets of this complex and highly volatile situation.

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North Korea: Nuclear threat?

The increasing world tension that built up after North Korea undertook an underground nuclear test on October 26th this year form the background for this interview with Professor Gilbert Rozman from Princeton University. A leading commentator and researcher on comparisons and relations in Northeast Asia, including China, Japan, Russia and Korea, Professor Rozman examines a number of the key facets of this complex and highly volatile situation.

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Beacon for green research

In this podcast, recorded in China, Professor Jo Darkwa talks about the eagerly awaited Centre for Sustainable Energy Technologies at the University's Chinese campus in Ningbo.

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Reaching Out

This podcast highlights the University's award winning volunteering scheme, which enables staff and students to get involved in a wide range of projects.

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